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You'd better just be pining for the fjords, because if you're bereft of life, you're going to miss out on our newly-minted silly walk in honor of the anniversary of Monty Python's Flying Circus. You put your left foot in, you put your left foot out... and... oh. That's not new, is it?

We may fail at silly walks, but we're definitely winning at zombie preparedness and sweet toys and gadgets. Check out the new goodies below and let us know if you agree!

What's New at ThinkGeek!

Blogs. We love them; we hate them. Either way, it's kind of like a train wreck: we can't look away. Somehow everything hinges on what happens next, even if it's just a shot of somebody's cat sleeping. And you'd think we'd be okay going for months without an update on cheeseburgers, but no. We. Must. Be. Updated. If you suffer from these same mixed feelings about blogging, snag the shirt while you can--this weekend only.The Blog Limited Edition Shirt - This weekend only!

Photogs and phoodies foodies will want to get their hands on this fun and functional kitchen timer. Modeled to look just like a camera lens, you may accidentally throw this in your camera bag if you're not careful! Twist the lens to focus in on the time you'd like to cook your latest creation and the Telephoto Camera Lens Kitchen Timer will alert you when it's time for the photo finish.Telephoto Camera Lens Kitchen Timer - Focus on cooking

We love the thrill and excitement of a Star Wars chase scene! Now you can zoom around trenches or trees in the comfort of your living room with Scalextric Star Wars sets. These 1/32-scale slot cars model the Battle of Endor speeder bike chase and the Death Star trenches. The Death Star Attack set comes with Luke Skywalker's X-Wing and Darth Vader's TIE Fighter, glow-in-the-dark track, and a Death Star trackside feature! The Battle of Endor set comes with two speeder bikes (Luke and a Scout Trooper) racing around a woodland track.Scalextric Star Wars - Just like Beggar's Canyon back home!

Upgrade your own Cyberman with this fun Doctor Who kit, suitable for ages 14 to adult. Each kit includes a Cyberman head, ear handles, tentacle-like cables, base unit, wheels, motor, circuit modules and a detailed instruction manual to walk you through the process of upgrading the head with infrared, object awareness, and light sensitivity. Due to legal complications, we cannot give you the directions on how to upgrade yourself into a Cyberman at this time.Doctor Who Cybernetics Science Set - DIY Cyberman

The Portal Aperture Labs Messenger Bag is the epitome of Portal and Aperture Labs! A scientist on the go needs functionality as well as a tidy appearance, and this Messenger Bag provides. The outside flap is a brilliant orange with the Aperture Labs logo, and the inside has a series of pouches and zippers in the middle, including the Portal blue guy. This bag is a great place to keep your office supplies, electronics, and fictitious baked goods.Portal 2 Aperture Messenger Bag - A place for your cake

For many, Yoda is the light that shows the way to mastering the Force. But others are drawn to the Dark Side of the Force. Well, they need some light, too. And for those people, we have this lamp in the shape of Dark Lord Vader. Of course, we could have made a lamp based on the Emperor (sort of the real ruler of the Dark Side), but no one wants a lamp based on Grandpa Lightning Bolt Crankypants, now do they? That's right: it's Vader or the highway. So, light up that dark corner of your room with the light of the Dark Side. Aren't you proud we resisted making jokes about turning on Darth Vader?Star Wars Darth Vader Desk Lamp - Get light from the Dark Side

Want to be just a tiny bit radioactive? (Duh, who doesn't?) The Uzi Protector Watch features tritium illumination. Tritium, also known as T, 3H or Hydrogen-3, is a radioactive isotope of hydrogen. Since naturally-occurring tritium is extremely rare on our planet, it's pretty special to have a little bit of it trapped inside your watch. The Uzi Protector Watch is classic geek black with a metal (or rubber!) band, tritium illuminated display, and rotating bezel. Swiss movement means it'll always be on time, even if you're not.Uzi Protector Watch V2.0 - Bigger & better than 1.0

The ccPad Battery Case is a protective case that offers up to 9+ hours of extra battery life for the iPad 2. (Sorry, folks who upgraded!) The slim design fits snugly around your iPad 2, protecting the sides and back from unexpected bumps. Go on, flip out the kickstand and watch that movie. Stream Pandora all day while playing Magic: The Gathering or Ascension. You can do it, knowing that you have the extra juice to spare. The included mini USB cable plugs directly into the Apple AC adapter you already own.ccPad 9000mAh Battery Case for iPad 2 - No more dead batteries!

We looked into manufacturing a real Tesla, and let's just say that the government said no. So here's the most amazing replica on the market, made by the same studio that makes props for Battlestar Galactica, Caprica, and Fringe. The Tesla Artisan Hero Prop is hand built from more than 70 parts, nearly all of them digitally modeled on the very first hero prop and custom cast, rendered or shaped. It's totally screen accurate because it is exactly the same as the prop used in the hit television series.Warehouse 13 Tesla Artisan Hero Prop - Stun 'em

Imported from Japan, these officially licensed Nintendo cars are perfect for the diehard Mario aficionado. Available in Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, and Donkey Kong, you can maneuver the cars around the office using your desk as a Grand Prix race track while evading your boss. Q-Steer cars are zippy and responsive! Each kart can be set to its own individual channel so you can have your very own Battle Mode right in the discomfort of your workplace--especially if you use the included Green Shell and Banana accessories.Mario Kart Racers Q-Steer - It's-a tiny Mario Kart!

This hand-sculpted brain candle is suspended in gel wax, so it looks just like a laboratory specimen. Thankfully, it doesn't smell like formaldehyde. Actually, it doesn't smell like anything since we couldn't agree on what brains should smell like. Pop off the lid, light it up, and your mad science laboratory or evil wizard lair will be ablaze with neurotic brilliance.Brain Candle - Why be normal, Abby?

A good gift when attending a party is a nice bottle of wine. A bad gift when attending a party is a nice bottle of embalming fluid. A GREAT gift when attending a party is a nice bottle of wine with a label on it that makes it LOOK like a bottle of embalming fluid. Don't like embalming fluid? How about rat poison or spider venom or zombie virus? Yup, you get them all--just apply the stickers carefully over the real label. You'll have to find a lot of cool parties to attend, of course, so you can give the gifts of eeeew that everyone will be talking about for years to come. If they survive.Evil Fake Wine Bottle Labels - Make wine a little more exciting

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